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    Investment Guide

    We believe in transparent pricing. Below you'll find our typical investment ranges based on project type and scope.

    Important Notice: The prices listed below are estimates based on typical project requirements and serve as a general guide only. Every project is unique, and final pricing will depend on your specific needs, complexity, timeline, and feature requirements. We provide personalized quotes after discussing your project in detail.

    Website Development

    Professional websites built with modern technology to establish your online presence. All websites are mobile-responsive and optimized for search engines.

    Simple Business Website

    Perfect for: Small businesses, professionals, or consultants who need an online presence

    Includes: 3–5 pages (Home, About, Services, Contact), contact form, mobile-responsive design

    Timeline: 2–4 weeks

    Built with Next.js - a modern web framework that ensures fast loading times and excellent user experience

    R15,000 – R25,000

    Content-Managed Website

    Perfect for: Businesses that need to update content regularly (blogs, news, products)

    Includes: 5–10 pages, Content Management System (CMS) for easy updates, basic dynamic content

    Timeline: 4–6 weeks

    CMS means you can easily update text, images, and content without technical knowledge - like editing a document

    R25,000 – R50,000

    Premium Website

    Perfect for: Established businesses wanting maximum online visibility and performance

    Includes: Advanced SEO optimization, performance tuning, custom user experience design

    Timeline: 6–10 weeks

    SEO (Search Engine Optimization) helps your website appear higher in Google searches. Performance optimization ensures lightning-fast loading times

    R50,000 – R100,000

    E-commerce Solutions

    Complete online stores that allow you to sell products or services online. Includes secure payment processing, inventory management, and order tracking.

    Starter Online Store

    Perfect for: Small retailers or artisans starting to sell online

    Includes: Product catalog (up to 50 products), secure checkout, basic payment processing, order management

    Timeline: 8–12 weeks

    Secure checkout means customer payment information is protected with bank-level security

    R50,000 – R100,000

    Standard Online Store

    Perfect for: Growing businesses with diverse product ranges

    Includes: Unlimited products, content management system, inventory tracking, customer accounts, email notifications

    Timeline: 10–14 weeks

    Customer accounts allow repeat purchases and order history. Inventory tracking prevents overselling

    R80,000 – R150,000

    Premium Online Store

    Perfect for: Established retailers wanting maximum performance and features

    Includes: High-performance infrastructure, advanced SEO, third-party integrations (accounting, CRM), analytics dashboard

    Timeline: 3–4+ months

    Third-party integrations connect your store to existing business tools. Analytics help you understand customer behavior and sales patterns

    R150,000 – R300,000+

    Mobile & Web Application Development

    Custom applications for mobile devices and web browsers that handle complex business processes, user interactions, and data management. These range from simple tools to comprehensive business platforms.

    Simple Business Tool

    Perfect for: Basic business tools like calculators, forms, informational displays, or simple dashboards

    Includes: Interactive forms, basic data processing, simple dashboard with charts (web) or 3-5 informational screens (mobile)

    Timeline: 4–8 weeks

    These tools run in web browsers or as mobile apps and can automate simple business calculations or data collection

    R30,000 – R80,000

    Booking/Scheduling Application

    Perfect for: Service-based businesses (salons, consultants, fitness trainers) needing appointment management

    Includes: User registration, calendar integration, appointment booking, automated reminders, workflow automation

    Timeline: 8–12 weeks (mobile) / 2–3 months (web platform)

    Customers can book appointments directly, reducing phone calls and administrative work. Automated workflows send confirmations and reminders

    R80,000 – R250,000

    Feature-Rich Application

    Perfect for: Businesses with complex customer interactions, data management, and multiple features

    Includes: User accounts, database management, data synchronization, offline functionality (mobile), push notifications, reporting

    Timeline: 3–5 months

    Database management allows secure storage and retrieval of business data. Push notifications keep customers engaged even when not using the app

    R150,000 – R300,000

    Enterprise Application

    Perfect for: Large organizations requiring comprehensive digital solutions with complex business workflows

    Includes: Advanced security, scalable architecture, third-party integrations, enterprise support, complex feature sets

    Timeline: 6+ months

    Scalable architecture means the platform can grow with your business and handle thousands of users with complex business workflows without performance issues

    R250,000 – R800,000+

    Ongoing Services

    Keep your digital presence running smoothly with our hosting and maintenance services. Think of it as insurance for your online business.

    Basic Hosting

    Perfect for: Simple websites and small businesses

    Secure server space, SSL certificate (the padlock in browsers), basic backup

    Your website needs a home on the internet - hosting provides that secure space

    R150 – R300/month

    Advanced Hosting

    Perfect for: High-traffic websites and applications

    Cloud infrastructure, enhanced performance, automatic scaling, premium support

    Cloud hosting automatically adjusts to traffic spikes, ensuring your site stays fast even during busy periods

    R500 – R1,000+/month

    Basic Maintenance

    Perfect for: Simple websites needing basic upkeep

    ~2 hours/month: Security updates, backups, basic monitoring

    Like servicing a car - regular maintenance prevents problems and keeps everything running smoothly

    R500 – R1,500/month

    Standard Maintenance

    Perfect for: Business-critical websites and applications

    ~5 hours/month: Regular updates, performance monitoring, monthly reports, priority support

    Includes proactive monitoring to catch and fix issues before they affect your customers

    R2,000 – R3,500/month

    Comprehensive Maintenance

    Perfect for: Enterprise applications and high-value digital assets

    10+ hours/month: 24/7 monitoring, guaranteed response times (SLA), dedicated support

    SLA (Service Level Agreement) guarantees specific response times for any issues, ensuring minimal downtime

    R5,000+/month

    Every project is unique. Contact us for a personalized quote tailored to your specific needs.